Articles curated and written by students of Sunmarke School and Regent International School | | | | |
Sports Teams are Fetching Record Prices. Here’s What’s Happening
It looks like sports teams are the best bet for an investor. Be it soccer, basketball or cricket, regardless of a team’s performance on the field, their valuation continues to climb rapidly. Investors are willing to pay huge prices primarily because while the fortunes of a team may dip and soar, sports content itself will never go out of fashion. But there’s another reason why buyers love sports - it’s got something to do with your data.
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Nike Was Supposed to Partner with Kim Kardashian. But The Plans Got Delayed
Sportswear giant Nike, worried about dipping sales and share prices, decided to take the foolproof plan for success - partnering with reality TV superstar Kim Kardashian. The collaboration with Kim’s shapewear line SKIMS was the first one the company had with an outside firm but now comes the news that the much-awaited launch, scheduled for spring, has been delayed. What has gone wrong?
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Regent U14 Girls Basketball Team Score a Great Victory
The U14 Girls basketball team at Regent continues to impress with their skills, strategy and teamwork. The young champs scored an impressive 27-19 victory over GEMS World Academy recently and are all set to conquer the court in the remaining matches too.
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Sunmarke’s ‘Senior Walk’
As the school year drew to a close, Sunmarke’s Year 13 students walked through the corridors of Sunmarke for one final time, cheered on by fellow students and happy parents. In a beautiful gesture of reflection and responsibility, they let go of their paper notes and placed them in the bin, a symbolic goodbye and a thoughtful nod to sustainability. It’s heartwarming to watch them stride confidently into a future full of purpose, passion, and positive impact. Don’t miss the video below!
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Celebrating Everlasting Bonds of Fatherhood at JINS
Heartwarming moments, lots of laughter and fun activities marked Father's Day at JINS. Of course, you don't need a designated occasion to celebrate this beautiful bond with your little ones. Click below for tips on creating beautiful moments with your children, day after day!
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AI-Powered Smart Glasses: The Future of Wearable Tech?
Contributed by Asna,
Year 12, Sunmarke School
Smart glasses are making a comeback, and this time AI is leading the charge. Google, Meta, and Snap are developing glasses that can understand your surroundings, translate conversations, and even remember what you've seen. Snap’s AI-powered Specs arrive in 2026, while Meta’s Ray-Ban AI glasses are already selling fast. But will consumers embrace them, or will privacy concerns and price hold them back? Read the full article here to see why tech giants think glasses will replace smartphones!
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Iran-Israel War: The Unpredictability Looming Over the Middle East
By the time you read this, the situation would have changed again. The Middle East (and the rest of the entire world), were on tenterhooks when the Israel and Iran-conflict escalated. Of course Donald Trump first attacked and then played peacemaker even as the entire region feared getting drowned in chaos. But whatever way this war plays out in the coming weeks, one thing is certain: 2025 has been a very uncertain year. Just guess how many countries are in conflict situations at this very moment - the number will shock you!
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Jeff Bezos’ Wedding: All the Details You Need to Know
The world might worry about wars and conflicts, but in “billionaire-zone”, life goes on! We are of course referring to Amazon founder Jeff Bezos’ upcoming wedding with Lauren Sanchez. In fact, the wedding is due any day now but nobody has revealed the exact date! Locals in Venice, the city that’s hosting the extravaganza, aren’t happy but the prep is on. Click here to get all the inside details of the party of the year - from the guest list to what’s going to be served at the nuptials of one of the richest men in the world.
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How the UAE is Flood-Proofing Itself
Remember the floods of April 2024 and the shock it created? The good news is that the UAE government is taking firm steps to climate-proof its cities. It has launched an $8.2 billion drainage expansion to boost rainwater capacity by 700%, while updated building codes, smart drainage systems and AI-powered flood prediction models are being implemented across municipalities. Learn more about how urban resilience is being built across the UAE.
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The Coolest Indoor Things to do In Dubai
Schools have closed and flying out for holidays is not a luxury everyone can afford. So what can you do to amuse yourself and the family in this searing heat? The magic word? Indoors. From underwater yoga to gaming experiences, there are plenty of attractions to keep you busy this summer. Here is a list of over 70 places to see, things to do and activities to enjoy while keeping your cool amid 50 degree temperatures!
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Change Your Passwords Now!
If you are among those who don’t take passwords seriously and find it tedious to change them over and over again, we’ve got some bad news. There are over 16 bn login records available for cyber criminals to hack, mostly harvested from malicious software. The only way out to ensure your and your data’s safety - regular password “spring cleaning.” Find out more here.
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Apple Watch Has Competition From Samsung
There is no doubt that once you use Apple watches, you become a lifelong fan. However, with increasing healthcare costs and differing needs, Samsung is stepping up to provide an alternative. And the way it hopes to catch up or even beat Apple’s wearable devices is through preventative advice - helping users eat right or get enough sleep before they develop any health conditions. Check out what the Samsung smartwatch has up its sleeve!
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DishGen
This one's for home chefs! DishGen is designed to help you whip up personalised recipes based on the ingredients you already have at home. All you need to do is input the ingredients and DishGen’s AI will generate a delicious recipe within seconds. It’s definitely helpful for reducing food waste, encouraging you to make the most of what you have on hand.
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SideChef AI
An interactive cookbook, what stands out is its RecipeGen AI which can turn a simple photo of your ingredients into a detailed step by step recipe. If you ever find yourself stuck with some ingredients and don’t know what to do with them, this is your tool. The AutoCook syncs with smart ovens to identify ingredients, monitor cooking progress, and even alert you when your food is perfectly done!
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Meet the $150 Million Star Joining Liverpool
Summer transfer news is always exciting and when Premier League champions Liverpool do it, curiosity is natural. The big news this week is that Arne Slot’s title winning side has signed on German midfielder Florian Wirtz for a mind boggling sum - $150 million! This actually makes Wirtz the most expensive player in British soccer. Click here to know more about the player whose transfer has created quite the buzz!
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Yay! BTS May Finally Reunite
It’s the moment the ARMY has been waiting for with bated breaths. Reports say rapper and songwriter Suga has been discharged from South Korea’s mandatory military services, just like his other bandmates, thus paving the way for a much-wanted reunion of BTS. Wait, there’s more good news. The band might just be planning a world tour! When? To find out, click here.
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How to Improve Your Problem-Solving Abilities
Sometimes, you get overwhelmed with one problem after another piling up. No sooner you solve one issue than another one appears to crop up. During such times it’s easy to feel a sense of mental fatigue which, in turn, impacts your decision-making abilities. But what if we told you that it is possible to improve your skill to solve problems and come up with practical solutions? Read this feature to get some useful strategies.
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